Melbourne
Deepdene vs Kew
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Deepdene and Kew.
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Deepdene and Kew comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Deepdene's median house price at $3,300,000, compared with $2,350,000 in Kew. Deepdene's median unit price sits at $895,000, compared with $678,500 in Kew. Deepdene recorded an annual house-price decline of 20.8%, while Kew's figure declined by 11.8% over the matching period. Deepdene recorded a shorter median selling period of 25 days, compared with 29 days in Kew. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Kew and Deepdene, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Both suburbs recorded house-price movement in the same direction over the matching annual period.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Deepdene and Kew.
| Metric | Deepdene | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.30M | $2.60M |
| Median unit price | $980,000 | $819,000 |
| Annual house price change | -0.15% | -7.57% |
| Median days on market | 28 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Deepdene and Kew.
- Deepdene
- Kew
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Deepdene and Kew.
Deepdene
Deepdene presents a mixed residential lifestyle where dining and cafés, parks and open space, everyday shopping and services and train, tram and bus and road access share prominence, with Deepdene Park among the area's notable open spaces. The suburb supports practical day-to-day routines without leaning heavily on a single amenity type or evening economy.
Kew
Kew is shaped by its concentration of cafés, restaurants and evening venues, with food and drink forming a noticeable part of everyday life rather than a background convenience. Parks, trails and open space provide balance within the suburb, while train, tram and bus and road connections and everyday shopping support practical access across the area.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Deepdene and Kew.
Kew
Ruyton Girls' School
Independent
12 Selbourne Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Genazzano Fcj College
Catholic
301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Methodist Ladies' College
Independent
207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Sacred Heart School
Catholic
116 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Xavier College
Catholic
135 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Trinity Grammar School Kew
Independent
40 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Deepdene and Kew.
Both Deepdene and Kew provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Deepdene is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road — Camberwell Junction, Gardiner interchange, Brighton, University precinct. Kew is served by Auburn and Hawthorn stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Deepdene and Kew offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Deepdene | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Auburn |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 72, 109 | 109, 48 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Kew may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Deepdene sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Deepdene may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix, while Kew may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Deepdene and Kew cover train, tram and bus and road connections. The better fit depends on buyer priorities, so compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings for Deepdene and Kew.
Current properties for sale
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